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Summary of Minutes
October 3, 2023 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall,
410 E. Washington St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present:
Alter, Bergus, Dunn (via Zoom), Taylor, Teague, Thomas. Council members
absent: Harmsen. Staff members present: Jones, Goers, Grace, Platz,
Sitzman, Russett, Lehmann, Knoche, Sovers, Fleagle, Morris. USG: LeFevre,
Monsivais.
1. Call to Order
2. Proclamations
2.a Domestic Violence Awareness Month
Alta Medea, Director of Community Engagement DVIP, accepting.
2.b Fire Prevention Week
Lt. Axel Swanson, Iowa City Fire Department, accepting.
2.c Indigenous Peoples' Day
Sikowis Nobiss, Great Plains Action Society, accepting.
3. Consent Calendar - Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
3.a Work Session Minutes: September 19
3.b Formal Summary of Minutes: September 19
4. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
4.a Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: August 24
4.b Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: September 7 [See Recommendation]
4.c Ad Hoc Truth & Reconciliation Commission: September 14
4.d Economic Development Committee: November 28 [See Recommendation]
4.e Historic Preservation Commission: August 10
4.f Housing & Community Development Commission: July 20 [See Recommendation]
4.g Human Rights Commission: August 22
4.h Parks & Recreation Commission: August 9
4.i Senior Center Commission: August 17
5. Consent Calendar - Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
5.a Liquor License — Ownership Change
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Corridor Entertainment, L.C.,
dba Studio 13,13 S. Linn St.
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5.b Liquor License —New
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for IC Burg LLC, dba Hamburg Inn
No.2, 214 N. Linn St.
2. 5 Day Class C Retail Alcohol License for Englert Theatre, dba Main
Location, 221 E. Washington St.
5.c Liquor License — Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Cactus 3, L.L.C., dba Cactus 3, LLC,
114 S. Clinton St.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Iowa City Reunion, LLC, dba
ReUnion Brewery, 113 E. College St.
3. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Brixco., LLC, dba Brix, 209 N. Linn St.
4. Class B Retail Alcohol License for HWZ L.L.C., dba RXZ Express,
2 Escort Lane
5. Class E Retail Alcohol License for L&M Mighty Shop Inc., dba
L&M Mighty Shop, 504 E. Burlington St.
6. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Corridor Entertainment, L.C.,
dba Studio 13, 13 S. Linn St.
7. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Hilltop Tavern, Ltd., dba
Hilltop Lounge, The, 1100 N. Dodge St.
8. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for FILMSCENE, dba
FilmScene, 118 E. College St.
9. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Walmart Inc., dba Wal-Mart Store
#1721, 919 Hwy 1 W.
10. Class C Retail Alcohol License for PC Iowa City, LLC, dba Roxxy, 127
E. College St.
11. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabes,
330 E. Washington St.
12. Outdoor Service Area for Gabe's Oasis, L.L.C., dba Gabe's, 330 E.
Washington St.
13. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Fareway Stores, Inc., dba Fareway
Stores, Inc. #950, 2530 Westwinds Dr.
14. Class E Retail Alcohol License for Fareway Stores, Inc., dba Fareway
Stores, Inc. #034, 2765 Commerce Dr.
15. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Christian Retirement Services,
Inc., dba Oaknoll Retirement Residence, 1 Oaknoll Court
16. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Christian Retirement Service, Inc.,
dba Oaknoll East, 2640 N. Scott Blvd.
17. Class E Retail Alcohol License for GM Retail, LLC, dba GM Mart,
2601 Highway 6 E.
6. Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
6.a Resolution directing the filing of Tax Increment Financing (TIF) certification
under Iowa Code Section 403.19 for the 2023 end of year certification of
urban renewal projects. (Resolution 23-265)
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6.b Resolution approving the Fiscal Year Ending 2023 Annual Urban Renewal
Report (AURR). (Resolution 23-266)
6.c Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a License
Agreement between the City of Iowa City and Iowa Network Services, Inc., to
use certain public rights-of-way for the installation, operation and
maintenance of an electrical transmission line. (Resolution 23-267)
6.d Resolution approving an agreement with Shelter House for a winter shelter.
(Resolution 23-268)
6.e Resolution authorizing Animal Services Supervisor to sign acceptance on
behalf of the City for a gift of life insurance benefits. (Resolution 23-269)
6.f Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the 2023 City of Iowa City
Parking Garages Maintenance and Repair Structural Project.
(Resolution 23-270)
6.g Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the 2023 City of Iowa City
Parking Garages Maintenance and Repair Mechanical Project.
(Resolution 23-271)
6.h Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the City Engineer to sign a
contract for construction of the Gilbert Street Bridge Replacement Project
(BRM -3715(667)--N-52). (Resolution 23-272)
6.1 Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the
City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and
Foth Infrastructure and Environment, LLC, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa to provide
engineering consultant services for the Taft Avenue Reconstruction Project.
(Resolution 23-273)
6.j Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the
City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and
Hitchcock Design Group of Naperville, Illinois, to provide consultant services
for the Terrell Mill Skate Park Redevelopment Project. (Resolution 23-274)
6.k Resolution authorizing acceptance of Bridge Investment Program (BIP) Funds
from the Iowa Department of Transportation for the Burlington Street Bridge
Project and authorizing the City Manager to sign the Project Agreement.
(Resolution 23-275)
6.1 Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City Clerk to attest a Cooperative
Agreement between the City of Iowa City and Iowa Network Services, Inc., to
collaboratively swap fiber optic transmission lines. (Resolution 23-276)
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6.m Resolution amending the budgeted positions in the City Manager's Office
Department by renaming the Grants Manager position to Grant Management
Specialist and the Administrative pay plan by adding the position Grant
Management Specialist to grade 26. (Resolution 23-277)
6.n Resolution adopting the by-laws of the Ad Hoc Truth and Reconciliation
Commission. (Resolution 23-278)
End of Consent Calendar
Councilor Taylor mentioned item 6.e and acknowledged the generous gift from
Jacqueline Flake for the Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center. Councilor Alter
noted item 6.d, Winter Shelter Agreement, which provides financial assistance for a
winter shelter at 340 Southgate Avenue for 15 weeks.
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 3 - 6. Moved by Pauline Taylor,
seconded by Megan Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
7. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individual appeared: Brandon Ross.
8. Planning & Zoning Matters
8.a Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability (REZ23-
0001) (Second Consideration)
The following individuals appeared: Marybeth Slonneger and Karen Kubby.
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give second consideration. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion . (0 Ayes)
Motion to defer to October 17, to allow time for staff to explore ways to use the zoning
amendment to further advance the Council goal of creating income -restricted
affordable housing in addition to increasing housing supply and choice. Moved by
John Thomas, seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Han Yulhwi, Kyler Mallett, Colin Miller and
Jack Kuehl, Jesse Singerman, Eric Vazquez, Carsen Williams, Michael Schmeltzer
and Jackson Daly, Nick Mathews, Jake Ryan Kenevan and .Claire Britt, Lauren
Balster, Claire Gates, Hailey Gojkovich, Nicole Murphy, Michael Francis Danos,
Euan Mugisha, Rabbi Rebecca Kushner, Marybeth Slonneger, Jocelyn Schnell,
Nataly Enerson, Abraham Acosta, Ian Milkowski, Megan Bodett (X2), Kristen Noel,
Tanvi Khadiya and Hannah Nabicht, Elijah Moore, Lino Padron, Rebecca Porter,
David Goodner, Daniana Trigoso-Kukulski, Clinton Dimambu, Ninoska Campos and
Dr. Emily Sinnwell, Karen Kubby, Marybeth Slonneger._ Moved by Laura Bergus,
seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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8.b Ordinance rezoning property located at 715 N Dodge Street from Medium
Density Single- Family Residential with a Historic District Overlay (OHD/RS-8)
to OHD/RS -8 in order to designate the property as an Iowa City Historic
Landmark. (REZ23-0006) (Second Consideration)
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4912. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded
by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9. Regular Formal Agenda
9.a Resolution approving project manual and estimate of cost for the construction
of the Iowa City Senior Center Exterior Building Envelope Preservation,
Restoration and Rehabilitation Project, establishing amount of bid security to
accompany each bid, directing City Clerk to post notice to bidders, and fixing
time and place for receipt of bids.
Facilities Manager Morris introduced Peter Franks, the architect for the project.
Peter Franks, Franks Design Group, PC, presented a PowerPoint. Individual
Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-279. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.b Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finance, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4,
entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties", of the
City Code to increase or change charges and fees. (Second Consideration)
Motion to waive second consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
Andrew Dunn. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4913. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by
Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.c Ordinance amending Title 16, entitled "Public Works", Chapter 3, "City
Utilities", Article C, "Potable Water Use and Service", Section 1, "Definitions",
and Section 3, "Connection to Distribution Water Main". (First Consideration)
Public Works Director Knoche presented information. Individual Council members
expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Megan Alter, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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9.d Resolution authorizing the Mayor to sign an Agreement by and between the
City of Iowa City and Utility Service Partners Private Label, Inc., d/b/a Service
Line Warranties of America, to use the City logo for the solicitation of water,
sewer, and internal plumbing emergency service plans.
Public Works Director Knoche presented information and answered questions
from Councilors.
Motion to approve resolution 23-280. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Megan
Alter. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.e Resolution adopting an assessment schedule for court ordered fencing at 91
Commercial Drive and directing the Clerk to certify the same to the Johnson
County Treasurer for collection in the same manner as property taxes.
City Attorney Goers presented information.
Motion to approve resolution. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by John Thomas.
Motion Failed. (0 Ayes)
10. Council Appointments
10.a Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired position,
upon appointment - December 31, 2023. (Elizabeth Fitzsimmons resigned)
Motion to appoint Angie Smith. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Megan Alter.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11. Announcement of Vacancies - New
11.a Housing and Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill
an unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2025. (Michael Eckhardt
resigned) Correspondence included in Council Packet.
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, November 7, 2023.
Motion to accept correspondence from Michael Eckhardt. Moved by Pauline Taylor,
seconded by Laura Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
12. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
12.a Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Cole Eckhardt Resigned)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 (formerly advertised as unexpired term -
- Lyndi Kiple resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn Ave.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Kevin Larson resigned)
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Vacancies will remain open until filled.
Human Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2025. (Suyun Channon resigned).
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2024. (Edward Boyken resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
13. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming meetings,
community events, and items of interest.
14. Report on Items from City Staff
Deputy City Manager Jones stated he met with the Metro Coalition during the Iowa
League of Cities Conference regarding the upcoming legislative session and that
Councilors could send any ideas they have to him. City Attorney Goers noted Assistant
City Attorney Schwickerath's attendance at the International Municipal Lawyers
Association Annual Conference in California.
15. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 7:06 PM. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Laura Bergus.
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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Item Number: 3.a.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
October 3, 2023
Work Session Minutes: September 19
Attachments: Work Session Minutes: September 19
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
-'° �� MEMORANDUM
Date: September 26, 2023
To: Mayor and City Council
From: Kellie Grace, City Clerk
Re: Council Work Session, September 19, 2023 — 4:00 p.m. at City Hall in Emma J Harvat Hall
Council: Bergus, Dunn (via Zoom), Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas
Staff: Fruin, Jones, Goers, Grace, Knoche, Havel, Sovers, Tharp, Seydell Johnson,
Schwickerath, Hightshoe, Davies, Ogden
Airport Commission: Orozco, Lawrence, Story, Pfohl
USG: LeFevre. Monsivais
(A transcription is available in the City Clerk's Office and the City website.)
1. Joint Meeting with the Airport Commission to discuss new Airport Strategic Plan
Michael Tharp, Airport Manager provided Council with brief introduction and introduced
Commissioners present. Airport Commission Secretary Lawrence gave a presentation to Council
discussing the following:
➢ Vision & Mission Statement
➢ Goals & Strategies
➢ Goal #1- Increase the community's use and understanding of the Airport.
➢ Goal #2 — Develop Airport infrastructure to support growing Airport uses.
➢ Goal #3 — Continue to develop funding mechanisms for Airport operations, improvements,
and maintenance.
➢ Goal #4 — Sustain strong communication and collaboration with the City Council, City
Administration, and other City Departments.
Airport Manager Tharp provided additional information. Individual Council members asked
questions.
2. 2023 Capital Improvements Project Updates
Parks & Recreation Director Seydell Johnson presented a PowerPoint on the following information:
➢ Hickory Hill Park
➢ Happy Hallow Park
➢ Hunter's Run Park
➢ Willow Creek Trail Replacement
➢ Tennis Court/Pickle Ball Court Renovation
➢ Mercer Park Ball Diamonds
➢ Kiwanis Park Playground/Shelter Construction
➢ City Park Pool Replacement
Parks & Recreation Director provided additional information and answered Council questions.
September 19, 2023
Page 2
Senior Engineer Havel presented a PowerPoint on the following public works capital improvement
projects:
➢ 2023 Pavement Rehab (Asphalt & PCC)
➢ Rohret South Sewer
➢ Highway 6 Trail (Fairmeadows to Heinz Blvd)
➢ Riverside Drive Pedestrian Path
➢ Rochester Avenue Reconstruction
➢ Fairchild Street Reconstruction
➢ American Legion Road Reconstruction
➢ Benton Street Rehab
➢ Dubuque Street Reconstruction
➢ Court Street Reconstruction
➢ North Gilbert Street Reconstruction
➢ Gilbert Street Bridge Replacement
Individual Council members expressed their views.
3. Clarification of Agenda Items
No discussion
4. Information Packet Discussion SSeptember 7, September 141
➢ September 7— No discussion.
➢ September 14
1. (IPS: Memo from City Clerk: Listening Post Update) City Clerk asked Coucnilors for
volunteers for the November Listening Post. Mayor Teague and Councilor Harmsen
volunteered and agreed to hold it at the Senior Center. Councilors discussed having
the next listening post at a location for youth.
Action: Staff will follow-up with Councilors Teague and Harmsen to schedule a
November Listening Post at the Senior Center. It was noted that a Listening Post
targeting youth may be worth considering in the future (UAY, Dream City, NCJC, etc.)
2. (IP4: Pending City Council Work Session Topics) Councilor Thomas confirmed the
traffic safety topic was what he requested. City Manager Fruin provided additional
information on the future work session discussion and staff presentation.
Action: Staff will schedule a meeting with Councilor Thomas and MPO staff to prepare
for the October 3'' work session on Traffic Safety.
3. (IP6: National Association of Counties Housing Solution report for Johnson County)
Councilor Bergus and Harmsen noted the report and the amount of helpful
information it contained.
5. University of Iowa Student Government (USG) Updates.
Noah LeFevre, USG Liaison, and Matthew Monsivais, USG Alternate Liaison presented updates.
6. Council updates on assigned boards, commissions, and committees
Council members reported on various assigned boards, commissions, and committees.
Adjourn 4:53 p.m.
Item Number: 3.b.
CITY OF IOWA CITY
COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
October 3, 2023
Formal Summary of Minutes: September 19
Attachments: Formal Summary of Minutes: September 19
Subject to change as finalized by the City Clerk. For a final official copy, contact the City Clerk's Office 356-5041
Summary of Minutes
September 19, 2023 - 6:00 PM
Iowa City City Council formal meeting, held at City Hall - Emma J. Harvat Hall,
410 E. Washington St. Mayor Teague presiding. Council members present:
Bergus, Dunn (via Zoom), Harmsen, Taylor, Teague, Thomas. Council
members absent: Alter. Staff members present: Fruin, Jones, Goers, Grace,
Platz, Davies, Ogden, Sitzman, Russett, Lehmann, Knoche, Sovers. USG:
Le Fevre, Monsivais.
Call to Order
2. Consent Calendar -Approval of Council Actions (subject to corrections,
as recommended by the City Clerk)
2.a Work Session Minutes: September 5
2.b Formal Summary of Minutes: September 5
3. Consent Calendar - Receive and File Minutes
3.a Climate Action Commission: August 7
3.b Community Police Review Board: August 8 [See Recommendation]
3.c Public Art Advisory Committee: August 3
4. Consent Calendar- Permit Motions and Resolution (as recommended by the
City Clerk)
4.a Liquor License — Renewal
1. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Aramark Sports and Entertainment
Services, LLC, dba Aramark, 456 Carver Hawkeye Arena
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Mondo's of Iowa City, Inc., dba
Joseph's Steakhouse, 212 S. Clinton St.
3. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Mondo's New Union
Brewery, LC, dba Reunion Brewery, 2319 Heinz Rd
4. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C.
dba Bread Garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St.
5. Outdoor Service Area for Bread Garden of Iowa City, L.C. dba
Bread Garden Market and Bakery, 225 S. Linn St.
4.b Liquor License — New
1. Special Class C Retail Alcohol License for Iowa City Downtown Self
Supported Municipal Improve, dba Iowa City Downtown
District(Northside Oktoberfest), 200-300 Market St., 100 N. Linn St.
2. Class C Retail Alcohol License for Plated Table, dba Plated Table, 625
S. Dubuque St.
4.c Cigarette Permit — New
1. Cigarette Permit for JFMC LLC, dba The Pregame Lounge, 220 S. Van
Buren St. (Resolution 23-254)
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Consent Calendar - Resolutions and Motions
5.a Resolution Amending and Adopting FY2024 Interfund Transfers.
(Resolution 23-255)
5.b Resolution approving and adopting the new Purchasing Policy Manual for City
procurement. (Resolution 23-256)
5.c Resolution authorizing the procurement of Consulting Services to develop a
Bus Rapid Transit Feasibility Study. (Resolution 23-257)
5.d Resolution approving, authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute and the
City Clerk to attest an Agreement by and between the City of Iowa City and
Shive-Hattery, Inc., of Iowa City, Iowa to provide engineering consultant
services for the Landfill Equipment Building Replacement Project. (Resolution
23-258)
5.e Resolution awarding contract and authorizing the Mayor to sign and the City
Clerk to attest a contract for construction of the Sturgis Ferry Park
Improvements and Southside Recycling Center Project. (Resolution 23-259)
5.f Resolution accepting the work for the Iowa City Public Works Material
Storage Bins Project. (Resolution 23-260)
5.g Resolution accepting the work for the Water Treatment Plant Front Meeting
Room AN Upgrades Project. (Resolution 23-261)
5.h Resolution approving an agreement with the Downtown District to allow the
sale, consumption, and possession of beer during Oktoberfest on City
streets. (Resolution 23-262)
6. Consent Calendar - Setting Public Hearings
6.a Resolution setting a public hearing on October 3, 2423 on project manual and
estimate of cost for the construction of the Iowa City Senior Center Exterior
Building Envelope Preservation, Restoration and Rehabilitation Project,
directing City Clerk to publish notice of said hearing, and directing the City
Engineer to place said project manual on file for public inspection.
(Resolution 23-263)
Consent Calendar - Correspondence
7.a Competitive Quotation Memorandum
End of Consent Calendar
Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to approve consent calendar, items 2-7. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by
John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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8. Community Comment [items not on the agenda (until 7 PM)]
The following individuals appeared: Brandon Ross, Janice Weiner, Megan
Vollenweider, David Sterling, Vincent Shoppa, Brian Dahinden, Jennifer Sherer,
9. Planning & Zoning Matters
9.a Ordinance amending Title 14, Zoning Code, to improve housing choice,
increase housing supply, and encourage housing affordability (REZ23-0001)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented a
PowerPoint. Individual Council members asked questions. Senior Planner Russett,
Planner Lehmann, City Attorney Goers, and City Manager Fruin provided additional
information. The following individuals appeared: Linda McGuire, Jonathan Creech,
Chad Millbrook, Laura Recker, Rod Sullivan, Jim Throgmorton, Kelcey Patrick
Ferree, Tim F., Karen Kubby, Janice Weiner, Sharon DeGraw, Nancy Carlson, and
Jared Knote. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to accept correspondence from Nancy Carlson. Moved by Andrew Dunn,
seconded by Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Amy Charles, Jim Throgmorton, Mary
Murphy, John Engelbrecht & Bev Brandt, Raymond Helmer, Tara Atkinson, Kyle
Nilson & Amanda Crosby Perry, Sandy Heisdorffer & Joan Jehle, Torin Brown &
Will Searfoorce, Kevin Anish & Philipp Deurer. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded
by John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
9.b Ordinance rezoning property located at 715 N Dodge Street from Medium
Density Single- Family Residential with a Historic District Overlay (OHDIRS-
8) to OHDIRS -8 in order to designate the property as an Iowa City Historic
Landmark. (REZ23-0006)
A public hearing was held. Development Services Coordinator Sitzman presented
PowerPoint. The following individuals appeared: Kevin Boyd, Karen Kubby, and
Regenia Bailey. Individual Council members expressed their views.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by Laura
Bergus. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Sondra Smith & David Leshtz, Deborah Nye..
Moved by Pauline Taylor, seconded by John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10. Regular Formal Agenda
10.a Ordinance amending Title 3, entitled "Finance, Taxation and Fees," Chapter 4,
entitled "Schedule of Fees, Rates, Charges, Bonds, Fines and Penalties",
of the City Code to increase or change charges and fees.
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A public hearing was held. Finance Director Davies presented information.
Motion to give first consideration. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.b City budget amendment and certification resolution - FY 2024 - Amendment
#1.
A public hearing was held. Finance Director Davies presented a PowerPoint.
Individual Council members asked questions and expressed their views.
Motion to approve resolution 23-264. Moved by John Thomas, seconded by Shawn
Harmsen. Motion Passed. (5 Ayes)
Motion to accept correspondence from Vincent Shoppa. Moved by Shawn Harmsen,
seconded by John Thomas. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
10.c Ordinance amending Title 2, entitled "Human Rights," Chapter 1, entitled
"General Provisions," to eliminate the prohibition on landlords
discriminating against Housing Choice Voucher (aka, Section 8) holders.
(Pass & Adopt)
City Attorney Goers presented information. Individual Council members expressed
their views.
Motion to pass and adopt ordinance 23-4911. Moved by Andrew Dunn, seconded by
Shawn Harmsen. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
11. Council Appointments
11.a Housing & Community Development Commission - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2025. (Jennifer Haylett
resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to appoint Saranya
Subramanian.
11.b Parks & Recreation Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2026. (Doloris Mixon resigned)
Individual Council members expressed their views. Motion to appoint Caleb Recker.
Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Andrew Dunn to appoint applicants for 11
and 11.b. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
12. Announcement of Vacancies - New
12.a Public Art Advisory Committee - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term, upon
appointment - December 31, 2024. (Edward Boyken resigned) Correspondence
included in Council packet.
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Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M.; Tuesday, October 31, 2023.
Motion to accept correspondence from Edward Boyken. Moved by Laura Bergus,
seconded by Pauline Taylor. Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
13. Announcement of Vacancies - Previous
13.a Climate Action Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2025. (Elizabeth Fitzsimmons
resigned)
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M., Tuesday, September 26, 2023,
Human Rights Commission - One vacancy to fill an unexpired term,
upon appointment - December 31, 2025. (Suyun Channon resigned).
Applications must be received by 5:00 P.M.; Tuesday, October 10, 2021
Historic Preservation Commission (E. College St.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Cole Eckhardt Resigned)
Historic Preservation Commission (Jefferson St.) - One vacancy to fill a three-
year term, July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 (formerly advertised as unexpired term -
- Lyndi Kiple resigned).
Historic Preservation Commission (Woodlawn Ave.) - One vacancy to fill an
unexpired term, upon appointment - June 30, 2024. (Kevin Larson resigned)
Vacancies will remain open until filled,
14. City Council Information
Council members reported on various meetings attended, upcoming
meetings, community events, and items of interest.
15. Report on Items from City Staff
City Manager Fruin provided updated Fare Free data as of August 2023.
16. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn 8:47 PM. Moved by Laura Bergus, seconded by Pauline Taylor,
Motion Passed. (6 Ayes)
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